Connecting CarWow
CarWow is a dealer source for both new and used cars. ScanAuctions scans two CarWow streams: Buy Now (fixed-price stock available 24/7) and Auctions (timed bidding, weekdays only). Connecting your CarWow dealer account unlocks both.
The two streams
- CarWow Buy Now — fixed-price stock. Available 24/7. Click, buy, done.
- CarWow Auctions — timed bidding. Opens 8am weekdays, closed all weekend.
Method A: Chrome extension (recommended)
Install the extension
Make sure the ScanAuctions Chrome extension is installed. Full guide: Installing the Chrome extension.
Log in to CarWow
In the same browser, sign in at https://carwow.co.uk. Complete any 2FA challenges if prompted.
Capture the session
Click the ScanAuctions extension icon → Capture CarWow session. Cookies are encrypted and stored server-side.
Both streams unlock
On /scans/new you’ll now see CarWow Buy Now and CarWow Auction as tickable platforms. One session capture covers both streams — no need to connect them separately.
Method B: Email + password (fallback)
Connect via Settings
Go to Settings → Connections → Connect CarWow. Provide your dealer email and password — both encrypted with AES-256 at rest. The first scan will log in headlessly.
Session expiry
CarWow sessions last roughly 24 hours. The extension auto-prompts you to recapture when the session is about to expire. Password connections re-log automatically whenever a scan runs against a stale cookie.
Auction availability
CarWow auctions are closed Saturday and Sunday. The new-scan UI greys out the Auction checkbox over the weekend. Buy Now stays available 7 days a week.
Plan note
Both CarWow streams are available on any paid plan — Basic and Ultimate alike. Plans differ by scan volume and features (scheduling, MOT lookups, export), not by platform access. See Plans and billing for the full breakdown.
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